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5937-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause an accident.
●The emergency tire puncture repair kit is made exclusively for your vehicle. Do
not use it on other vehicles.
●Do not use the emergency tire puncture repair kit for tires that are a different size
than the specified ones or for any other purpose. Doing so may cause the tires to
not be repaired properly.
■Precautions for use of the sealant
●Ingesting the sealant is hazardous to your health. If you ingest sealant, consume
as much water as possible, then immediately consult a doctor.
●If sealant gets in eyes or adheres to skin, immediately wash it off with water. If dis-
comfort persists, consult a doctor.
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5947-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
CAUTION
■When fixing the flat tire
●Stop your vehicle in a safe and flat area.
●Do not touch the wheels or the area around the brakes immediately after the
vehicle has been driven.
After the vehicle has been driven, the wheels and the area around the brakes may
be extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet or other body parts may
result in burns.
●Connect the valve and hose securely with the tire installed on the vehicle.
●If the hose is not properly connected to the valve, air leakage may occur or seal-
ant may be sprayed out.
●If the hose comes off the valve while inflating the tire, there is a risk that the hose
will move abruptly due to air pressure.
●After inflation of the tire has completed, the sealant may splatter when the hose is
disconnected or some air is let out of the tire.
●Follow the operation procedure to repair th e tire. If the procedure is not followed,
the sealant may spray out.
●Keep back from the tire while it is being repaired, as there is a chance of it burst-
ing while the repair operation is being performed. If you notice any cracks or
deformation of the tire, turn off the comp ressor switch and stop the repair opera-
tion immediately.
●The kit may overheat if operated for a long period of time. Do not operate the
compressor continuously for more than 35 minutes.
●Parts of the kit become hot during operation. Be careful handling the kit during
and after operation. Do not touch the metal part around the connecting area
between the bottle and compressor. It will be extremely hot.
●Do not attach the vehicle speed warning sticker to an area other than the one
indicated. If the sticker is attached to an area where an SRS airbag is located,
such as the pad of the steering wheel, it may prevent the SRS air bag from operat-
ing properly.
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5957-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
CAUTION
■Driving to spread the liquid sealant evenly
●Drive the vehicle carefully at a low speed. Be especially careful when turning and
cornering.
●If the vehicle does not drive straight or you feel a pull through the steering wheel,
stop the vehicle and check the following:
• Tire condition. The tire may have separated from the wheel.
• Tire inflation pressure. If tire inflation pressure is 130 kPa (1.3 kgf/cm2 o r b a r , 1 9
psi) or below, this may indicate severe tire damage.
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5967-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
NOTICE
■When performing an emergency repair
●Perform the emergency repair without removing the nail or screw that has punc-
tured the tread of the tire. If the object that has punctured the tire is removed,
repair by the emergency tire puncture repair kit may not be possible.
●The kit is not waterproof. Make sure that the kit is not exposed to water, such as
when it is being used in the rain.
●Do not put the kit directly onto dusty ground such as sand at the side of the road.
If the kit vacuums up dust etc., a malfunction may occur.
■Handling the emergency tire puncture repair kit
●The compressor power source should be 12 V DC suitable for vehicle use. Do
not connect the compressor to any other source.
●If gasoline splatters on the kit, the kit may deteriorate. Take care not to allow gas-
oline to contact it.
●Store the emergency tire puncture repair kit in the trunk.
The kit may be thrown around during sudden braking and so forth, damaging the
kit.
●Store the kit in its assigned place out of reach of children.
●Do not disassemble or modify the kit. Do not subject parts such as the air pres-
sure indicator to impacts. This may cause a malfunction.
■To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is used, contact any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
or other qualified service shop as soon as possible. After use of liquid sealant,
make sure to replace the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter when repair-
ing or replacing the tire. ( P. 508)
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5977-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The electronic key may not be functioning properly. (P. 605)
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
●There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system. ( P. 96)
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
●The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical problem
such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. However,
depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is available
to start the hybrid system. ( P. 598)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 607)
●The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
If the hybrid system will not start
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the situa-
tion. Check the following and perf orm the appropriate procedure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. ( P. 247)
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.
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5987-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be disconnected.
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 607)
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures
are unknown.
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the power switch is func-
tioning normally:
Turn the power switch to ON mode ( P. 248) and check that the
parking brake is set.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the power switch for about 15 seconds while depressing
the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be star ted using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn does
not sound.
Emergency start function
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5997-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
●Shift the shift lever to P.
●Turn the power switch off.
●Check that the parking brake indicator is off.
●Chock the tires.
Vehicles with a spare tire
Take out the parking brake release tool and the screwdriver from the
trunk. ( P. 568)
Replace the screwdriver head
with the parking brake release
tool.
Take out the spare tire. ( P. 571)
If the parking brake cannot be released
In the event that the 12-volt battery is discharged or switch operation
does not release the parking brake, the parking brake can be released
manually using the procedure below. This procedure should be per-
formed only if necessary, su ch as in an emergency.
If the switch cannot be operated ev en when the 12-volt battery is nor-
mal, the parking brake system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle
inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional immediately.
Before releasing the parking brake manually
Releasing the parking brake manually
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6007-2. Steps to take in an emergency
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
Remove the plug.
Insert the tool and press it down
firmly while turning it
counterclockwise until it stops.
Vehicles without a spare tire
Take out the parking brake release tool and the screwdriver from the
trunk. ( P. 581)
Check that the flathead end of
the screwdriver is exposed.
If the Phillips end is exposed, reinsert
the screwdriver shaft so the flathead
end is exposed.
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Phillips end
Flathead end
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